I can't remember the exact spelling. Methyliprodosodone? It was described as either a steroid. What effects will this have on my body? What can you tell me about this drug? I was given 21 pills. Take 6 the first day and 5 the next and so on. The swelling has gone down significantly thanks to a steroid/ benadryl shot after my hand swelled up like a softball after being bitten 9 times. Lost some feeling in my hand. It later came back. I have big blisters that are filled with pus. Anyways, what can you specifically tell me about this drug? Thank you.
2006-06-24 05:47:08 · 7 answers · asked by cannonball 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
I can't tell you about the drug, but i can tell you about being allergic to fire ant stings. They are the worst! I know why they call them fire ants. Even days after being stung, you'll get a flare as if the ant was stinging you again. Those little white pustules in the bite are proof it's a fire ant and not some other kind of bite. Oh, I hope those pills work. I got stung twice on my foot last year and I couldn't wear a normal shoe for a week. They are nasty!
2006-06-24 14:42:46 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Methylprednisolone is a steroid preparation. It reduces swelling and itching.If used for a few days such as five or seven days, it can be stopped without reducing, without any side effects. If used for a longer time, it should be reduced gradually. This is done because the drug suppresses the body's natural steroid production. On reducing gradually, this will not happen.
When used for a long time, side effects can be moon face and abnormal fat distribution, removal of calcium from bones, reduced resistance to infection, high blood pressure, growth retardation in children, etc.Anyway, you were treated correctly. Do not worry.
2006-06-24 13:45:16 · answer #2 · answered by yakkydoc 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a steroid, that drug will supress your immune system as long as you're taking it. For inflammation, it's good, and when taken in moderation and for short periods of time, that's no problem, but as with all prescription medication, make sure not to take it longer or more of it than your doctor prescribes.
2006-06-24 13:00:22 · answer #3 · answered by David 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will not harm you if you limit the pack to 4 or 5 times per year.
Just don't abuse this. These are very good for helping you quick.
2006-06-24 12:54:16 · answer #4 · answered by David M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is methylprednisolone , as you said a steroid ...
steroids are responsible to reduce the inflammation in body , they are usually prescribed in cases of inflammation and allergies .
2006-06-24 12:55:32 · answer #5 · answered by Q&Q 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Methylprednisone. (Medrol Dosepak). Read about it on webmd.com
2006-06-24 12:51:24 · answer #6 · answered by Halo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.medicinenet.com/methylprednisolone/article.htm
2006-06-28 23:31:09 · answer #7 · answered by eduwriter 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋